General Manager Nordics (Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway)

Galderma; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma seeks a high-impact General Manager to lead the Nordics with full P&L, marketing and people responsibilities. You will recruit and mentor a high-performing team, collaborate with government authorities, and drive growth aligned with our dermatology strategy.

You will implement premium brands across the country, develop international strategies, and ensure daily operations run efficiently while achieving revenue and profitability targets.

Qualifications

• University degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Business Management or equivalent.
• 13–15 years of experience in Pharmaceuticals/Med Tech with first/second line management.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning and communication skills.
• Strong P&L, budgeting and stakeholder negotiation experience.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Own full Nordics P&L, marketing and people responsibilities including development.
• Lead the commercial & functional team and maintain team spirit.
• Establish a high-performing team and IDS-driven roadmap for success.
• Lead premium brand implementation and international dermatology strategy.
• Manage day-to-day operations and ensure efficient performance.
• Meet financial targets and drive growth with government authorities and key customers.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Team building

Negotiation

Relationship management

English proficiency

Business acumen

Education

University degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Business Management or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.Core MissionTo develop and grow the Nordics market with a clear road map for success in the next 1-2 years.Full P&L, Marketing and commercial responsibility, and quality targets towards the achievement of maximum profitability, growth, market share and in line with company vision and values.Duties & ResponsibilitiesGM is responsible for full Nordics P&L, Marketing and people responsibility including development.Passionate leader who creates a great working environment for the commercial & functional team.Maintain good relationships with governmental organization in Nordics.In charge of establishing a team of A Players ensuring team spirit, instilling IDS and working towards one clear roadmap to success.Leads the implementation of the premium brands within the country and is responsible for the development of the international dermatology strategy within the organization.Responsible for managing all operations within the country.Agreeing annual budgets and producing a detailed annual business operating plan, deliver as well as monthly, quarterly, or annual targets for revenue and profitsRecruit and manage staff, including performance monitoring, and possibly mentoring and training.Meet financial targets P&L for the company and to ensure company value growth.Drive company growth and manage negotiations and improved relations with government authoritiesDevelop annual business plans and monitor through quarterly reviewsManage key customer relationships and actively develop new business opportunitiesManage the day-to-day operations with the managers to ensure the operation is running efficientlyProvide leadership of all operations and sales and marketing activitiesEnsure that company image is maintained and improved in the country.Adheres to the company standard policies and procedures.Foster a team and healthy work environmentWork on the management and development of employeesPerforms other related duties and responsibilities as directed by manager.Ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.Ensure day-to-day operations maintain a continued alignment with overall corporate policy, strategy, and direction.Profile requirements and CompetenciesEducation/Training:University degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Business Management or any equivalent degreeWork Experience:Experience in Sales, Marketing, Country Leadership in the Pharmaceutical & Consumer Industry (Aesthetics an asset)Should have at least 13- 15 years of Pharmaceuticals and/or Med Tech + First / Second Line Management experience.Skills:Should be effective in Managing, Planning, co-coordinating and objective setting.Must have an entrepreneurial mindset.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Proven track record.Strong understanding of how a business operates and have a proven track record demonstrating their understanding and business acumen.General management experience is essential for working in this job.Have excellent networking skills.To be able to deliver the highest standards of customer service.The ability to recruit staff and monitor performance.Must be familiar with computer software programs eg Word, Excel etc.Language :English excellent (spoken & written).